Downs fuel prices
BP · LU6 2PX · Dunstable
3 Tring Road, Dunstable, Bedforshire
Unleaded here is 2.1p above the local average. 7th cheapest of 9 within 3 miles. Dunstable High St Esso Express, 0.8 miles away, is 2.0p cheaper (price reported 6 days ago). Full comparison
Diesel here is 2.5p above the local average. 6th cheapest of 7 within 3 miles. Dunstable High St Esso Express, 0.8 miles away, is 2.0p cheaper (price reported 6 days ago). Full comparison
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Current prices at Downs
How much does it cost to fill up at Downs?
- Unleaded
- £94.55
- Super Unleaded
- £104.45
- Diesel
- £108.85
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Petrol stations near LU6 2PX
| Station | Unleaded |
|---|---|
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Esso
High St North, Dunstable
|
169.9pLast reported 6 days ago
-2.0p cheaper
0.8 mi
· Diesel 195.9pLast reported 6 days ago
-2.0p cheaper
|
|
BP
Priory Service Station, 142, High Street South, Dunstable
|
172.9pLast reported 27 days ago
+1.0p dearer
0.9 mi
· Diesel 196.9pLast reported 27 days ago
-1.0p cheaper
|
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Sainsbury's
2-8 Luton Road, Dunstable
|
167.9pLast reported 10 days ago
-4.0p cheaper
1.3 mi
· Diesel 191.9pLast reported 8 days ago
-6.0p cheaper
|
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JET
Watling Street, Dunstable, Dunstable, Bedfordshire
|
167.7p
-4.2p cheaper
1.4 mi
· Diesel 195.7p -2.2p cheaper
|
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JET
Georgina Service Station, 22-36, High Street, Houghton Regis, Dunstable
Road closure on St Michaels Avenue
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167.9p
-4.0p cheaper
1.6 mi
· Diesel 197.9poldLast reported 35 days ago
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BP
Luton Road, Dunstable, Bedforshire
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169.9pLast reported 4 days ago
-2.0p cheaper
1.6 mi
· Diesel 196.9poldLast reported 41 days ago
|
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Esso
7 The Green, Houghton Regis, Bedfordshire
Multi-way temporary traffic lights on Park Road North (was due to start Mon 19 Oct, until 6 Nov)
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168.9pLast reported 5 days ago
-3.0p cheaper
1.9 mi
· Diesel 199.9poldLast reported 38 days ago
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Shell
Poynters Road, Dunstable, Bedfordshire
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172.9pLast reported 3 days ago
+1.0p dearer
1.9 mi
· Diesel 199.9pLast reported 3 days ago
+2.0p dearer
|
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Amenities
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How Downs fuel prices compare
Unleaded
1.2% more expensive than the 8 stations within 3 miles (+2.1p)
0.2% above the UK average (+0.3p)
0.3% below the BP national average (-0.5p)
7th cheapest of 9 for Unleaded within 3 miles
Cheaper nearby: Dunstable High St Esso Express — 0.8 mi away, save ~74p after the drive
Savings based on a 55 L fill at 44.6 mpg, round trip.
Lowest 171.9p on 30 Oct · Highest 171.9p on 30 Oct
Super Unleaded
2.2% more expensive than the 4 stations within 3 miles (+4.0p)
0.7% above the UK average (+1.3p)
0.8% below the BP national average (-1.6p)
4th cheapest of 5 for Super Unleaded within 3 miles
Cheaper nearby: Dunstable High St Esso Express — 0.8 mi away, save ~236p after the drive
Savings based on a 55 L fill at 44.6 mpg, round trip.
Lowest 189.9p on 14 Oct · Highest 189.9p on 14 Oct
Diesel
1.3% more expensive than the 6 stations within 3 miles (+2.5p)
0.3% below the UK average (-0.5p)
0.8% below the BP national average (-1.6p)
6th cheapest of 7 for Diesel within 3 miles
Cheaper nearby: Dunstable High St Esso Express — 0.8 mi away, save ~72p after the drive
Savings based on a 55 L fill at 48.4 mpg, round trip.
Lowest 197.9p on 30 Oct · Highest 199.9p on 14 Oct
Downs price history
Recent price changes
Unleaded has fallen 3.0p over the past week and has changed price 1 time in the last 30 days.
Super Unleaded has not changed over the past week and has changed price 1 time in the last 30 days.
Diesel has fallen 2.0p over the past week and has changed price 2 times in the last 30 days.
| Date | Unleaded | Super Unleaded | Diesel |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the past week | |||
| 171.9p −3.0 | 189.9p | 197.9p −2.0 | |
| Earlier in the last 30 days | |||
| 174.9p | 189.9p +4.0 | 199.9p +2.0 | |
| More than 30 days ago | |||
| 174.9p +2.0 | 185.9p | 197.9p | |
| 172.9p +4.0 | 185.9p | 197.9p +7.0 | |
| 168.9p +8.0 | 185.9p | 190.9p +6.0 | |
| 160.9p | — | 184.9p +2.0 | |
| 160.9p +1.0 | — | 182.9p +1.0 | |
| 159.9p +2.0 | — | 181.9p | |
| 157.9p | — | — | |
One row for each day a price changed. Greyed prices did not change that day. Dates are when the price was submitted, or when we first recorded it if no submission time was supplied.
Where the money goes
About 47% of what you pay for unleaded here is tax. Fuel duty is a flat 52.95p on every litre, and 20% VAT is then charged on the fuel and the duty together. The rest covers the fuel itself, delivery and the retailer's margin.
| Per litre | Pump price | Fuel and retailer | Fuel duty | VAT |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unleaded | 171.9p | 90.25p | 52.95p | 28.70p |
| Super Unleaded | 189.9p | 105.25p | 52.95p | 31.70p |
| Diesel | 197.9p | 111.95p | 52.95p | 33.00p |
Duty rate: GOV.UK, checked 13 October 2026.
Common questions about Downs
How much is unleaded at Downs?
Unleaded at Downs is 171.9p per litre, last reported on 30 October 2026. That is 0.3p above the UK average. A 55 litre fill costs about £94.55.
How much is diesel at Downs?
Diesel at Downs is 197.9p per litre, last reported on 30 October 2026. That is 0.5p below the UK average. A 55 litre fill costs about £108.85.
Is Downs the cheapest place for unleaded near Dunstable?
No. Right now Downs is the 7th cheapest of 9 stations for unleaded within 3 miles. Dunstable High St Esso Express, 0.8 miles away, charges 169.9p, which saves about £0.74 on a 55 litre fill after the cost of driving there and back. That price was reported 6 days ago, so check it before making the trip.
What are the opening hours of Downs?
Downs is open Monday to Sunday 06:00–22:00. Bank holiday hours can differ.
What fuel and facilities does Downs have?
Downs reports prices for Unleaded, Super Unleaded and Diesel. Facilities listed for the site: AdBlue (packaged), Air pump / screenwash and Water filling.
How often does Downs change its prices?
Unleaded has fallen 3.0p over the past week and has changed price 1 time in the last 30 days.